How long does it take from Zhichunlu to Jianguomen by metro?

The journey from Zhichunlu to Jianguomen takes approximately 43 minutes by Beijing Subway, covering 18.23 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Zhichunlu to Jianguomen?

The token fare from Zhichunlu to Jianguomen is ¥5. With a smart card the fare is ¥5 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥5.

Which platform at Zhichunlu for Jianguomen?

At Zhichunlu, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Xizhimen. Look for the electronic board showing "Xizhimen".

What is the last train from Zhichunlu to Jianguomen?

The last train from Zhichunlu towards Xizhimen departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Jianguomen back towards Zhichunlu departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Zhichunlu to Jianguomen?

There are 10 stops between Zhichunlu and Jianguomen on the Line 13. The stations are: Zhichunlu, Dazhongsi, Xizhimen.

Zhichunlu To Jianguomen

ShortestShortest Route

Zhichunlu

Platform 2·elevated·Line 13Towards Xizhimen

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Dazhongsi

+7.19 min

7.19 min · 3.68 km

Xizhimen

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.36 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Xizhimen — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Xizhimen

+5 min

Xizhimen

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Xizhimen

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Jishuitan

+2.97 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Gulou Dajie

+5.94 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Dongsishitiao

+17.8 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Chaoyangmen

+20.77 min

2.97 min · 1.36 km

Jianguomen

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.87 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

18.23 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Zhichunlu	05:00	23:00	Towards Xizhimen
Jianguomen	05:00	23:00	Towards Zhichunlu

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

¥5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥5

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥5

Save ¥0 per ride

Use your Beijing Subway smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.46 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.13 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~73 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥120

Auto

¥248

Cab

¥452

Estimates for 18.23 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PingguoyuanSihui East

Line 13

XizhimenChegongzhuang

Line 13

Tiantongyuan NorthSongjiazhuang

Line 13

XizhimenDongzhimen

Line 13

Departure station

Zhichunlu

elevated

Zhichunlu, Beijing, Beijing

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Jianguomen

underground

Jianguomen, Beijing, Beijing

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Jianguomen main road· Ancient Observatory♿

Jianguomen bus stop· Ancient Observatory♿

Jianguomen exit· Ancient Observatory♿

Security check is required before entering Chinese metro stations; allow extra time.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMConvenience store